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"I never gave up hope we'd find her and bring her home"

Father of missing 10-year-old talks about his range of emotions at the discovery of his daughter's remains nearly 24 years after she went missing.

MSHA chief says new silica rule is personal

Chris Williamson is a native of Mingo County and watched many neighbors and family members struggle with breathing ailments for years. He said an improved safety standard for the industry on silica was sorely needed as those ailments appear in younger and younger miners.

By Chris Lawrence

April 24, 2024 - 10:53 am

Announcement of headliners for this year's Charleston Sternwheel Regatta comes Wednesday

The 2024 Charleston Sternwheel Regatta is July 3-7.

By Jarett Lewis

April 24, 2024 - 8:00 am

WVDOH to hold special ceremony honoring fallen workers

Five people were killed in work zone crashes last year on West Virginia highways.

By Jarett Lewis

April 24, 2024 - 7:00 am

MetroNews This Morning 4-24-24

Summary of West Virginia news, sports, and weather for Wednesday, April 24, 2024

By MetroNews Staff

April 24, 2024 - 6:25 am

High School Sports

Hurricane collects seventh consecutive win, 14-4 over Spring Valley

The Redskins collected 16 hits in their four innings at the plate.

April 24, 2024 - 1:18 am

High School Sports

Redskins use four-run fourth inning to defeat GW, 9-4

Hurricane scored in five of their sixth innings at the plate to collect their 15th victory of the season.

April 24, 2024 - 12:17 am

Senate passes $95 billion aid package for U.S. allies, with Manchin and Capito voting in favor

The package also includes legislation to ban or force a sale of TikTok because of concerns over the video-sharing platform’s Chinese ownership.

By Brad McElhinny

April 23, 2024 - 10:25 pm

News

Morgantown high schoolers capture Academic Showdown Championship

The Showdown's finale took place at the Culture Center in Charleston.

By Jarett Lewis

April 23, 2024 - 9:45 pm

Gov. Jim Justice signs first-ever Statewide 911 Retirement bill

The bill goes into effect January 1.

By Katherine Skeldon

April 23, 2024 - 5:10 pm

No probable cause found, criminal charges dismissed against Allegheny Wood Products president

Magistrate rules claims are not a criminal case.

By Jeff Jenkins

April 23, 2024 - 4:40 pm

Killer gave investigators a death bed confession in death of woman and her young daughter

Larry Webb told investigators he shot and killed Susan Carter and her 10-year old daughter Alex in 2000, then buried their bodies behind his Beckley home. Nearing death, he decided it was time to get it off his chest.

By Chris Lawrence

April 23, 2024 - 2:56 pm

Attorney General plans 'a major update' about federal case involving transgender athlete

The majority on a three-judge panel with the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ruled against the State of West Virginia's position last week on how state law would affect the eligibility of middle school athlete Becky Pepper-Jackson.

By Brad McElhinny

April 23, 2024 - 2:24 pm

Cleveland-Cliffs CEO hinting of possible new use for idled Weirton plant

Union leader confirms discussions are underway to turn plant into operation that makes steel for electric grid transformers.

By Jeff Jenkins

April 23, 2024 - 1:21 pm

Man arrested on malicious wounding charge

State police investigating Harrison County case.

By Mike Nolting

April 23, 2024 - 1:17 pm

Sports

High School Sports

Strong effort from Michaelis, big day for bats send Bridgeport to 13-3 win over Morgantown

The Indians scored four runs in the first inning and six more in the sixth to end their matchup with the Mohigans early. Zach Rohrig and Jacob Stavrakis each hit a home run in the victory, while Mark Biafore added a pair of two-run doubles.

April 23, 2024 - 10:08 pm

3 Guys Before The Game - Staffing Up (Episode 548)

WVU basketball continues to replenish its roster and staff.

By MetroNews Staff

April 23, 2024 - 2:44 pm

High School Sports

Doddridge County starts fast, finishes strong to get past Tyler Consolidated, 5-2

The Bulldogs scored four runs in the first inning and got solid pitching performances from Jacob DeHaven and Cole Sutton to hold off the Knights.

April 22, 2024 - 10:57 pm

High School Sports

Week 4 Softball Coaches poll: Lincoln County closes gap on Cabell Midland in Class AAA

April 22, 2024 - 5:14 pm

With surplus of experience, added strength, Cutter hopeful for continued growth

Ben Cutter played extensively throughout his true freshman season, but will likely find himself in a more featured role throughout 2024.

April 22, 2024 - 3:53 pm

High School Sports

Week 4 Power Rankings: Wheeling Central ascends to No. 1 in Class A

Martinsburg, Winfield remain atop Class AAA and Class AA.

By MetroNews Staff

April 22, 2024 - 11:51 am

WVU set to add a pair of Illinois transfers

April 21, 2024 - 5:16 pm